Narcotics

Opioid Analgesics

Strong pain relief medications that work by attaching to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord, which blocks pain signals and reduces how much pain a person feels. They’re used for moderation to severe pain, such as after surgery, major injuries, or cancer-related pain. Because they can cause drowsiness, dependence, and slowed breathing, they must be used carefully and exactly as prescribed

Generic Name of Ultram, Ultracet (when combined w/ APAP)

Tramadol

Trade Name of Tramadol

Ultram, Ultracet (when combined w/ APAP)

Classification of Tramadol/Ultram or Ultracet

Opioid analgesic (synthetic), SNRI-like activity

Indication of Tramadol/Ultram or Ultracet

 moderate pain

Notes of Tramadol/Ultram or Ultracet

Schedule IV, low risk for dependence and misuse

Generic Name of Codeine (multiple)

Codeine

Trade Name of Codeine (multiple)

Codeine

Classification of Codeine

Opioid Analgesic

Indication of Codeine

 Mild to moderate pain

Notes of Codeine

Schedule II alone, Schedule III - V in combination. For pain or as a cough suppressant. Often found in combination with acetaminophen. Less potent than hydrocodone & oxycodone

Generic Name of Vicodin/Norco

Hydrodocone

Trade Name of Hydrocodone

Vicodin/Norco

Classification of Hydrocodone/Vicodin/Norco

Opioid Analgesic

Indication of Hydrocodone/Vicodin/Norco

Moderate to severe pain

Notes of Hydrocodone/Vicodin/Norco

Schedule II. Strong opioid used for moderate to severe pain relief. Often combined with acetaminophen. Slightly less potent than oxycodone. High risk for abuse and dependence

Generic Name of Oxycontin/Percocet

Oxycodone

Trade Name of Oxycodone

Oxycontin/Percocet

Classification of Oxycodone/Oxycontin/Percocet

Opioid Analgesic

Indication of Oxycodone/Oxycontin/Percocet

Moderate to severe pain

Notes of Oxycodone/Oxycontin/Percocet

Schedule II. Strong opioid used for moderate to severe pain relief. Often combined with acetaminophen. High risk for abuse and dependence. Oxycontin is long-acting

Generic Name of Demerol

Meperidine

Trade Name of Meperidine

Demerol

Classification of Meperidine/Demerol

Opioid Analgesic

Indication of Meperidine/Demerol

Moderate to severe pain

Notes of Meperidine/Demerol

Schedule II. Less common due to potential for toxic metabolite accumulation which can cause seizures

Generic Name of Opana

Oxymorphone

Trade Name of Oxymorphone

Opana

Classification of Oxymorphone/Opana

Opioid Analgesic

Indication of Oxymorphone/Opana

 Moderate to severe pain

Notes of Oxymorphone/Opana

Schedule II. High potency, high risk for dependence and abuse

Generic Name of Morphine (various)

Morphine

Trade Name of Morphine

Morphine (various)

Classification of Morphine

Opioid Analgesic

Indication of Morphine

Severe Pain